Car Accident Lawyer from Belton

If you or a loved one was the victim of a car accident, then rest assured that a Belton car accident lawyer from the Montee Law Firm can help you recover your damages. Our firm has successfully won more than $250 million for clients in accidents caused by drunk driving, aggressive driving, defective products, distracted driving, and many others. With more than
100 years of collective experience, our attorneys have the knowledge you need to form effective legal strategies for your case. Contact a member of our legal team for more information.

Causes of Car Accidents in Missouri

Out of the 142,966 car accidents that occurred in Missouri in 2011, there were 716 fatalities. These collisions were caused by the weather conditions or the failure of drivers to drive properly. Only 7% of accidents in 2011 were caused from severe weather conditions like fog, rain, snow, and sleet. The majority of the others were unfortunately caused by someone else's carelessness. If you have been injured by someone else's negligence, then you need to call our firm! You deserve to be compensated for the mistake of another.

According to the Missouri State High Patrol, about 4.38% of reported accidents were caused by drunk driving, with 26.82% of accidents with fatalities involving alcohol. 39,209 of accidents were a result of distracted driving, which includes actions such as eating, applying makeup, using a cellular device, or changing the radio. While only the use of a cellular device is against the law, it a driver's duty not to get distracted by other things while they are supposed to be focusing on the road. When a person gets in a car, they have the ability to severely injure or even kill another person and they should take that seriously. Speeding was responsible for about 24,000 accidents in Missouri, causing 271 fatalities and 7,500 injuries. 14,672 of accidents were caused by drivers who were traveling too fast for the weather conditions of the time. In addition to these, there were accidents caused by tailgating, failure to yield the right of way, driving in the wrong lane, and signal or sign violations.

About Belton, Missouri

Belton was founded in 1869, after two men purchased an 80 acre plot of land from a man in Kentucky. The two founders named the town after a close friend who had helped them survey the land before purchasing it. Before the town was officially set up in 1844, the Shawnee tribe resided on the land, but harassment by soldiers during the Civil War caused them to leave for Oklahoma. Two notable residents of Belton include former president, Harry S. Truman and Carry Nation, the famous temperance advocate. Belton is located in Cass County, Missouri, and regarded as part of the Kansas City metropolis. Its current population is around 23,000. The United States Census Bureau reports that 85% of citizens are white, 6% are African American, and 8% are Hispanic or Latino. The median age of the city is 33 years old, with 48.4% of the population being male and 51.6% being female.13.7% of Belton citizens live below the poverty level. While 91% graduated high school, only 20% have a Bachelor's degree.

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Contact a Belton Car Accident Lawyer from the Montee Law Firm

At the Montee Firm, we are dedicated to providing the best legal representation possible for our client. Not only do we give our clients personal attention, but we pursue the maximum possible compensation so that they can achieve justice. No matter what kind of accident you have been, our firm may be able to help you. We never represent insurance companies, because we believe in the rights of the victim.

Let us take the legal burden off your shoulders by making an appointment with our legal team. If you're concerned about heavy legal fees, then rest assured that our firm will not take any money from you until you've won! We are available any time of day, and we'll even make a home visit if you are unable to come to our office! Don't wait to get compensated for your medical injuries and lost wages. Contact our office today.

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